CVE-2016-3033: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2016-3033: IBM AppScan Source 8.7 through 9.0.3.3 allows remote authenticated users to read arbitrary files or cause a...

IBM AppScan Source 8.7 through 9.0.3.3 allows remote authenticated users to read arbitrary files or cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via an XML document containing an external entity declaration in conjunction with an entity reference, related to an XML External Entity (XXE) issue.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 5, 2024, 23:40 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2016-3033 is an XML parsing flaw in IBM AppScan Source 8.7 through 9.0.3.3. An authenticated remote user could make the product read arbitrary files or consume memory, causing denial of service. The source bundle does not provide a CVSS score or confirmed patch details. Exposure is most likely where IBM AppScan Source 8.7 through 9.0.3.3 is deployed and accessible to authenticated users who can submit or process XML content. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete, but the title and description identify IBM AppScan Source versions. Treat this as a targeted product-risk item, not a broad internet emergency. If affected AppScan Source versions are still in use, prioritize vendor-guided remediation because the impact includes sensitive file disclosure and service disruption by authenticated users. Mitigation focus: Inventory IBM AppScan Source deployments and versions.; Review IBM advisory swg21987326 for official remediation instructions.; Restrict AppScan Source access to trusted users and networks..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 13:16 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 1, 2016, 11:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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